DATE: August 21 - 27, 2022

LOCATION: This is a blended event that will include both virtual and in-person components. Pre-recorded lectures, coursework and a moderated Zoom session must be completed by/take place on Friday, August 26 at 4 p.m. . On Saturday, August 27, attendees are required to be on-site, at Lurie Children's, in the 11th Floor Conference Center for the hands-on portion of the course, and for the final examination.

WORKSHOP DETAILS: Successful completion will satisfy NIOSH-approved training requirements for testing patients exposed to cotton dust, coal and silica dusts and other workplace materials. Participants will earn a certificate of attendance upon completion, after successfully passing the examination. The workshop will include:

• Pre-recorded lectures, coursework and practicum will become available on Sunday, August 21, 2022. To access these materials, please return to this site, https://luriechildrens.peachnewmedia.com and log in to your account. Click on "My Programs" to see a listing of courses you have purchased.
• Pre-recorded lectures - virtual; must be viewed before 4 p.m. on Friday, August 26, 2022
• Coursework and Practicum - virtual; must be completed before 4 p.m. on Friday, August 26, 2002
• Attendees must participate in a moderated Zoom meeting at 4 p.m. on Friday, August 26. 2022 - details on the Zoom meeting will be emailed to all registrants in advance.
• In Person supervised hands-on training of spirometry will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022 . Please plan to be onsite at Lurie Children's in the 11th Floor Conference Center on this day. Registration from 7 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.. Hands-on training begins promptly at 7:30 a.m.
• The workshop will include all aspects of spirometry training, including anatomy, physiology, mechanics and ventilation, types of spirometers, environmental exposures, spirometry interpretation, infection control, and practice sessions
• Click on the "Topics" tab above to see a listing of all the pre-recorded lectures, required course work and practicum session preparation

AUDIENCE: This course is designed for occupational health and healthcare professionals conducting lung function testing.

REGISTRATION FEE: The fee for this blended certification course is $650.